Chinmaya Mission Kannur

23/08/2026

Contemplativeness of the mind changes the intellectual vision, increases one's spiritual depth and adds a sublimity to all one's action.

23/08/2026

Onam Celebration at Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Kannur

The spirit of Onam came alive at Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Kannur, as students and teachers came together to celebrate Kerala’s most cherished festival with joy, unity and cultural pride.

The celebration reflected the true essence of Onam—togetherness, harmony, tradition and happiness. The campus was beautifully adorned with vibrant Pookkalam, creating a festive atmosphere.

Students participated enthusiastically in traditional cultural programmes and Onam celebrations, showcasing the rich heritage and traditions of Kerala. The occasion provided a wonderful opportunity for everyone to celebrate beyond differences and experience the joy of being together.

The celebrations concluded with a message of love, sharing and togetherness, reminding everyone that the true beauty of Onam lies in spreading happiness and bringing people closer.

Happy Onam! 🌼
May the spirit of Onam fill every heart with peace, prosperity and joy.

23/08/2026

Thoughts, Words and Actions

Swami Chinmayananda’s message, “A thought becomes words and words become actions,” invites us to look carefully at what is happening within us. Every great achievement, every mistake and every change in our character begins somewhere in the mind. Before our hands perform an action, the mind has already formed a thought, an intention or a desire.

The Bhagavad Gita teaches us that the mind is both our friend and our enemy. When guided by discrimination and wisdom, the mind can take us towards peace, strength and higher values. When left uncontrolled, it can pull us towards anger, fear, jealousy, attachment and confusion. Therefore, spiritual growth begins not by changing the world outside, but by transforming ourselves within.

Swami Chinmayananda brought this practical wisdom of the Gita into everyday life. He encouraged people not merely to listen to spiritual teachings, but to think, reflect and apply them in action. Knowledge becomes meaningful only when it changes the way we live. A person who understands the Gita should gradually become more patient, responsible, compassionate and courageous.

Our thoughts influence our words. A mind filled with anger will naturally produce harsh words, while a mind filled with love and understanding will express itself through words that heal and encourage. This is why we must become the watchman of our own mind. We cannot prevent every thought from appearing, but we can choose which thoughts to nourish and which thoughts to let go.

Then come our actions. Lord Krishna does not advise Arjuna to escape from responsibility. He asks him to stand up and perform his duty with courage and the right attitude. This is the essence of Karma Yoga—to work sincerely, efficiently and selflessly, without becoming enslaved by anxiety over the results.

Character is therefore not something we suddenly acquire. It is built through our daily choices. A small thought becomes a word; a word becomes an action; repeated actions become habits; habits gradually become character; and character shapes our destiny. This is why Swami Chinmayananda asks us to be careful about the quality of our thoughts.

Let us take this message from the Gita into our own lives. Before every important word, let there be a thoughtful mind; before every important action, let there be a noble intention. If we purify our thoughts, discipline our words and dedicate our actions to a higher purpose, we can build not only a better character but also a better family, a better society and a better world.

Hari Om!

22/08/2026

There is a great grand Truth --- God. He can be approached, seen, recognised. He can be befriended. He can be trusted. Give Him but LOVE and He is thy slave, in His Ananya Form.

22/08/2026

22/08/2026

“Let our work speak for itself, no covering it with an excuse! Excuses are just the expressions of our weakness in the field of action.” — Swami Chinmayananda

Excuses often appear when we are afraid of failure, criticism or responsibility. We say, “I did not have enough time,” “I did not get the right opportunity,” or “Someone else prevented me.” Sometimes these difficulties may be genuine, but repeatedly using them as reasons for inaction weakens our own personality. Swami Chinmayananda reminds us that excuses are often expressions of weakness in the field of action.

The Bhagavad Gita gives us a beautiful vision of action through Lord Krishna’s teaching: “Karmanye vadhikaraste” — we have a right to action, not merely to the fruits of action. This does not mean that results are unimportant. It means that our responsibility is to perform our duty with sincerity, efficiency and dedication, rather than constantly worrying about the outcome.

When we stop making excuses, we begin to discover our real strength. Instead of saying, “I cannot,” we start asking, “How can I?” Instead of blaming circumstances, we look for solutions. Instead of waiting for the perfect opportunity, we make the best use of the opportunity available to us. This change in attitude transforms an ordinary person into a responsible and purposeful individual.

In our daily life, this principle applies everywhere — in our studies, profession, family, service and spiritual life. If we promise to do something, let us do it sincerely. If we make a mistake, let us accept it honestly and learn from it. If we fail, let us not hide behind excuses. Let us analyse our failure, correct our shortcomings and begin again with greater determination.

True spirituality is not merely prayer, rituals or reading scriptures. It is reflected in the quality of our actions. It is seen in how sincerely we perform our responsibilities, how calmly we face difficulties, how honestly we accept our mistakes and how courageously we continue our efforts. When our actions are sincere, there is no need for us to advertise our greatness — our work itself will speak for us.

Therefore, let us carry Swami Chinmayananda’s message in our hearts: less explanation, more action; less excuse, more effort; less complaint, more responsibility. Let us give our best to whatever work comes before us. When our thoughts are noble, our intentions are sincere and our actions are dedicated, success becomes a natural consequence. Let our lives become an example where our work speaks louder than our words.

Hari Om !

21/08/2026

Emotions --- they are sacred traits in the human. When well-applied, they can lift us to glorious perfections.

21/08/2026

“Towards Great Things, Greater Actions, Greatest Achievement!” We Must !
-Swami Chinmayananda-

Great things do not happen by chance. They begin with our thoughts, intentions and dreams. If our vision is limited, our achievements will also be limited. We must therefore learn to think positively, dream courageously and set meaningful goals. A noble thought inspires us to rise above our limitations and move towards something greater.

But thinking alone is not enough. Action is the bridge between a dream and its fulfilment. We must translate our thoughts into sincere and dedicated action. Whatever responsibility we undertake—whether it is studying, working, serving our family or helping society—we should perform it with full attention, discipline and commitment.

Greater action does not always mean doing something extraordinary. It means doing even ordinary duties with extraordinary sincerity. A student who studies wholeheartedly, a parent who brings up children with good values, or a person who serves others without expecting anything in return is performing a truly great action.

The Bhagavad Gita teaches us the importance of performing our duties sincerely. Lord Krishna inspires Arjuna to overcome confusion, rise above weakness and perform his responsibility with dedication. Similarly, we should not allow fear, laziness, failure or doubt to stop us. We must keep moving forward with confidence and faith.

The greatest achievement in life is not merely wealth, position, fame or recognition. The greatest achievement is self-improvement—becoming calmer, kinder, more disciplined, more compassionate and more responsible. When we improve ourselves, our actions improve; when our actions improve, our families and society also become better.

Therefore, let us remember the message: Towards Great Things, Greater Actions, Greatest Achievement! Let us think great, act with dedication and strive to become better human beings every day. Let us not wait for others to bring change. We Must take responsibility, we must act, and we must contribute. When each one of us takes one sincere step forward, together we can create something truly great.

Hari Om!

20/08/2026

The heart needs a heart to fiddle about. From the mental zone, Truth can be conceived and enjoyed only through its symbol and not directly from Its Total Grandeur.